Newsmax was removed from Pluto TV’s channel lineup in early 2021.
Pluto TV, a free streaming television service, periodically updates its channel offerings based on various business decisions and licensing agreements. In early 2021, Newsmax, a conservative news channel, was dropped from Pluto TV’s lineup. This decision was not accompanied by a detailed explanation from Pluto TV, but such changes are common in the streaming industry as platforms adjust their content to attract different audiences or respond to financial considerations.
The removal of Newsmax from Pluto TV occurred during a time when there was heightened sensitivity around political news content, following the 2020 U.S. presidential election. Some viewers speculated that the decision might have been politically motivated, although no evidence was provided to support this claim. It’s also possible that the decision was based on contractual issues or a strategic realignment of Pluto TV’s content offerings.
Newsmax continues to be available on other platforms and through its own website and apps, where viewers can stream the channel live. For those who used to watch Newsmax on Pluto TV, the channel’s removal may have been inconvenient, but it remains accessible through various other means. Meanwhile, Pluto TV continues to offer a wide range of other channels, including news channels, to cater to the diverse preferences of its audience.